A new report by economist Jim Stanford shows how working people in Alberta are experiencing unprecedented reductions in incomes, purchasing power and living standards. David Climenhaga writes. David is an award-winning journalist, author, post-secondary teacher, poet and trade union communicator. Published May 22, 2024. https://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2024/05/22/UCP-Plan-Drive-Down-Wages-Working/

The UCP’s Plan to Drive Down Wages Is Working

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